Marceil Owen Morgan

Margaret Marceil Morgan, 88 years old, died Friday May 13, 2022. She was born November 17, 1933 at Palmyra, Ark. Preceding her in death was her husband, Herman S. Morgan; her parents, the late Norris and Mary Lee Collins Owen; and her grandparents, Calvin and Ollie Collins. She was an only child. She was a past, long-time member of Pine Hill Free Will Baptist Church and a present, faithful member of the First Free Will Baptist Church congregation in Star City. When in Little Rock with her daughter, she faithfully attended Chenal Valley Baptist Church. She loved her church families, serving as a Godly, Christian woman, helping in any way she could. She had a tendency to make sure all her pastors, whom she loved, had plenty to eat, or at least a surprise occasionally. Only illness, kept her away when the church doors were open for services. She met a special guy who lived only 20 miles from her hometown, Herman Morgan, who became the love of her life. They would spend 53 years together before Herman's death in 2004 would separate them. She truly defined "Until death do us part" as she cared for Herman as he battled Alzheimer's disease diagnosed in 2000. After graduating Glendale High School in May 1951, Marceil developed some incredible life-long friendships. Throughout the years, those genuine, authentic relationships grew without boundaries and were such a vital part of her life -the little things- showing up when it mattered, respect, a journey without an end. Those friends have remained extremely close throughout the years. For those whom God called home before her, she had a special place in her heart from the first time she met them. Marceil and Herman left Star City, found work in Portsmouth, Ohio before returning to Arkansas after a short time away. Marceil began a career in Star City working at the ‘Shirt Factory.' Later she was hired at C & L Electric Company in Star City. She worked there and retired after 39 years of service. She retired in 1996. Though she will no longer be here in body, she will remain in the hearts and so many memories of those who loved her each and every day. Marceil is survived by her daughter, Sharon Lee Morgan. She attended all the activities of her daughter throughout the years and watched more basketball games than most. She sometimes admitted she didn't know who was playing. At the oddest of times, though, you could sometimes hear a little "wooo pig sooie" from her quaint voice. She will be missed by her many 1st and 2nd cousins, nephews, nieces and family tree of great-nephews and great-nieces. She loved her Owen, Collins and Morgan flock of relatives and continued in late years to keep up with as many as she could. The reunions, celebrations of holidays, were exciting and so much fun for her. She was not fond of missing any of the family celebrations. Although Herman and Marceil had only one child of their own, Marceil had hundreds of kids and several who just simply identified her as grandma! Through her daughter, Sharon, evolved another "family". Throughout the years, many players, parents and co-workers of Sharon became a close family to her. She enjoyed so much visiting with them. It didn't matter whether Sharon was present or not. In fact, she was sure to side with them on any subject most times and always enjoyed reliving heartfelt memories and great times. She still recalled many players by name and their parents too. She did not forget. The impact Marceil had on the lives of children/friends has been evident long before the daily calls, messages and cards. From adults of many ages over the years, on her birthday and holidays, she would be inundated with messages, phone calls, and cards. To know Marceil was to love Marceil and Marceil returned that love fearlessly with passion. She loved her family of friends. She valued so much her whole family and cherished times spent together. That included everyone whether actually blood kin or not. Her Servant heart is hard to match, although her servant heart was joined by many close friends who had the same strong Godly walk she held so precious. There was always enough of her to go around. She missed so very much her close friends who went on before her, but can't you just hear the "what took you so long" stories! There was never any guessing as to what Marceil thought! She was sure! Her words were straight-forward and truthful. Her family and friends will miss hearing, "what's going on out there", "well how y'all doing", "get you piece of cake", "y'all alright" … "Now if you need anything call me". We knew that she truly meant it! To say she loved to cook is an understatement. Not many times did you visit and leave her house without some type of food dish in your hand. She fielded many calls and provided recipes from her more than many cookbooks, sharing those cooking tips. She was excellent at handing out recipes, especially to nurses, store owners, and basically anyone who wanted to talk food. She loved to work in her yard. You couldn't find much grass in her flower beds – it didn't have a chance. She did not waste time. Shopping, hitting those sales, estate sales and garage sales were always great times for her. She loved adding junk to her junk. And then of course, there was just plain old shopping, not necessarily buying one item, just looking. To say the least, her closet was filled with shoes of every color. She loved her home, and loved being at her home, always wanting to go home. Most of all, she loved when you came to visit or had the chance to sit outside in her swing. And of course, something to drink or eat was always close by. Again, there was always something you had to take home with you after visiting. The simplest of things were so very special to her…she held those things and those times close to her heart. We will miss the special gifts she would buy, directing that they be delivered to family and/or friends – just because. We will miss hearing her commentary on everything: from whether it's right or wrong, the weather, recipes, flowers, to who's playing today. We will miss her big hugs and her words of encouragement, her patience, her energy to work, her wit - and her "WILL". Heaven has truly gained a special angel. The Morgan table is full as she is the final surviving spouse of the Mack and Ludie Morgan family tree. The celebration will continue to as she finds her mother, Mary, after losing her at the age of 16. And, of course, she will open both arms to Herman, her husband. Marceil did not want a big fuss over her at death. She requested a short service because "They all know me". A forever faithful, Godly walk — wishing each of us would know Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior. She would expect to see you again someday and would except no less. Marceil's sweet spirit spoke to us on just the typical, ordinary day. She had an unwavering desire to live, and yet knew the reality and peacefulness of death. We watched the battles and sometimes horrid struggles especially since Dec 2020. Throughout difficult days we knew the angels hovered over her — countless, heart-felt prayers from so many. She was oh so grateful. She would want to say a big "Thank You" for the many deeds of help throughout her daily life. Many of those deeds may have seemed small but they were so very big for her. Throughout the years she stood in the gaps for so many emotionally, physically, spiritually and faithfully, never wincing at a servant's responsibility to someone else. If you closely look at her life, you know she tried to prepare us to join her in eternity. She never let up to do what was right. Her "WILL" to overcome whatever in front of her may be a mark of a generation that we rarely see. Simply get things done! That "WILL" of hers, the courage to battle – it shouldn't be forgotten. We could do no better than to follow that lead. She prepared us in her own unique way. And one night she said… "Imagine the heavens opening and the Lord stepping out and all those people called home, and I'll see your daddy then — I will be looking for him…" We can only imagine… In her Savior's grace, now soaring with the Angels to her eternal, heavenly home – for you, life is just beginning for all eternity. No regrets but a job well done. Marceil Morgan with a heart bigger than her body and kindness to everyone she met … her legacy to share. Blessed by the longevity of her full life … forever in our hearts … exemplifying strong values of love and sacrifice … a Christian … we will not forget. Honor thy Father and thy Mother … Exodus 20:1. Memorials may be made to the First Free Will Baptist Church. Pall Bearers: Roger Wynn, Raz Brown, Jim Haley, David McCoy, Kyle Ashcraft, Aaron Madar, Craig Moore, Taylor Wynn. Honorary Pall Bearers: Bill Frizzell, Glen Gilbert, Ray Wynn, Leon Owen, Larry Owen, Harold Bostick, Ricky Collins, CB Leonard, Weldon Wynn, Brian Lowery, HR Morgan, Raymond Morgan, Ronnie Morgan, Ronnie Frizzell, Scott Morgan, Heath Moran, Scott Moore, Rhys Moore, Ronald Morgan, Turk Morgan, Scotty Collins, Bubba Drake, Larry Dean Drake, Ricky Collins, Cubby Hamilton, Wilbur Hamilton. Thank You. Words will never express how much we thank you for the mountainous expressions of life-long love and heart-felt sympathies throughout this final journey. We are truly grateful and thankful that you have been such an important part of our lives. Marceil & Sharon. Services will be Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at the Griffin Funeral Service Chapel in Star City with Bro. Jerry Sadler, and Bro. Jimmy Williams officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1-2 p.m., at the funeral home before the service. Burial will be in Drake Cemetery. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service in Star City. Online obit www.griffinfuneralservice.net.